Where my witches at? Oakland’s dance diva Maya Songbird conjures up Maya’s Magic Shop

Already long recognized as one of Oakland’s most inspired – and most danceable – solo artists, Maya Songbird is also causing a buzz with her more recent endeavor: a candle shop, of course. While she has been making candles almost as long as she’s been making music, the candles have only recently graced the public with their presence. And though the two side by side … Continue reading Where my witches at? Oakland’s dance diva Maya Songbird conjures up Maya’s Magic Shop

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Ask Your Goth Doctor: An introduction to COVID-19 from an Italian doctor on the front lines

By Dr. Laura Franceschetto In the summer and fall, Dr. Laura Franceschetto can often be found at goth and punk festivals and squat shows across Europe, enjoying their favorite music. But they are also a doctor based in Italy, and as such have been working long hospital hours on the frontlines of Italy’s COVID-19 epidemic. During an interview, we asked Dr. Franceschetto to describe the … Continue reading Ask Your Goth Doctor: An introduction to COVID-19 from an Italian doctor on the front lines

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